This is the season of Christmas parties, family reunions and night outs. And during this busy and festive month, ladies want nothing but to look their best. Sometimes, however, things go the other way, especially when that time of the month comes.
For most women, monthly visits mean irritability, breakouts and bloating – three ugly things that are certainly not invited to any party. While the monthly period is inevitable, it is still possible to be gorgeous and glowing any day of this season. Philippine-US registered nutritionist-dietitian Cheshire Que and Philippine Dermatological Society fellow and The Skin Specialist’s director Dr. Jean Marquez share these tips to help you survive the holiday season beautifully.
Eat moderately and mindfully
Holiday parties seem like the time when we all excuse ourselves from healthy food choices. And while it’s no sin to indulge for the merry season of Christmas, the key is to eat moderately and mindfully. That sure sounds easier said than done. Before you go crazy at the buffet spread, experts recommend to fuel up before going to the party.
“Have cereal or oatmeal with fruits, which are loaded with fiber and antioxidants – it’s a simple way of keeping yourself from noshing too much carbs and fats,” says Que.
Instead of diving in to the first tray or buffet station you see, Que highly suggests to take the time to scan the spread and carefully choose what you’d like before piling them up on your plate. Food items “should include veggies, protein and a healthy amount of fats such as salmon. Don’t miss a bowl of clear soup or glass of water before the meal begins; hydration is crucial for efficient metabolism and beating the bloat.”
Get moving
When our schedules are packed with Christmas-related activities, exercising gets pushed down, if not off, our lists. But Que says a total of one-and-a-half hour of moderate intensity exercise weekly is enough to increase the system’s capacity to burn calories and prevent those unsightly Santa belly. Dr. Marquez also emphasizes that exercising has glowing effect on the skin as it helps in releasing endorphins which is responsible for the feeling of euphoria. “So you’re always on the go and ready to party for the entire holiday season.”
Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep
Delaying and neglecting sleep during the holidays is somehow unavoidable, but know that it’s bad for your hormones, which then affects the appetite and cravings. Dr. Marquez recommends aiming for seven to eight fully restorative hours of shut-eye to prevent breakouts and dark circles around the eyes. “It’s also the ultimate in skin anti-aging that costs zero,” she adds.
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